Signs of an advanced rider
#211
08-18-2013 | 12:19 PM
went out riding today and since I thought it was such a jackhole comment that people who duck walk aren't experienced riders I counted people who did it. in the parking lot alone where the wife and I went I counted 50 people duck walking there bikes. and no they were not backing out. on the way home at what lights we did get I counted 5. lots of bad riders around. and not a one of them only stop with 1 foot down they use TWO. can you believe it. I say we hunt them down and tell them how bad they are.
Oh, and everyone kept their hands on their own handle bars, then it was a good day.
#212
08-18-2013 | 12:41 PM
Advanced Rider = Supreme confidence in one's abilities; the expertise and poise to navigate around/through/between any obstacle God or man puts in your way. In case you are unsuccessful in the latter...and it's your time...the knowledge that you will go well, and those around you, staring down at your broken body lying in the weeds (or on the pavement) will say...."What a man."
Alan
Alan
#213
08-18-2013 | 01:36 PM
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Road Warrior
You don't head check before changing lanes in traffic?
#214
08-18-2013 | 01:49 PM
when I switch lanes I pretend to be out of control by wobbling. People back off and I make my move.
I do a quick look see.
Last edited by 300Slim; 08-18-2013 at 01:55 PM.
#216
08-18-2013 | 02:18 PM
Ya I don't get that one either. I always look over my shoulder when driving the bike or the truck.
#217
08-18-2013 | 02:31 PM
WRONG. There is a simple technique to use in picking up a 800+ Lb. touring bike by yourself-no back injury or dislocated joints. What happens when you drop the bike out somewhere all by yourself?
Last edited by PghCycle24; 08-18-2013 at 02:42 PM.
#218
08-18-2013 | 02:40 PM
Just to clear up a couple myths...
AFTER you come to a complete stop using both brakes you should put both feet down unless there is loose material or something slippery under your right foot. It is a simple stability issue.
It is perfectly fine for an experienced rider to cover or keep a couple fingers on the front brake. Novices are told never to cover the front brake because we don't want them to overreact to a situation and grab the front brake.
There is nothing wrong with taking a couple quick steps when you start especially if the potential for the rear wheel to loose traction is possible, loose material, sand, oil, etc. It is simple common sense.
This isn't rocket surgery, the physical part of riding a motorcycle is the simple part. Different people have different techniques and styles. What makes a good rider is what goes on above the handlebars in his, or her, head. You can't see that so you really don't know. A rider may look cool and look like they are doing all the right things but if they aren't using effective observational skills, if they are prone to taking risks and making bad decisions, they are no better off and more dangerous on the road than a brand new rider.
AFTER you come to a complete stop using both brakes you should put both feet down unless there is loose material or something slippery under your right foot. It is a simple stability issue.
It is perfectly fine for an experienced rider to cover or keep a couple fingers on the front brake. Novices are told never to cover the front brake because we don't want them to overreact to a situation and grab the front brake.
There is nothing wrong with taking a couple quick steps when you start especially if the potential for the rear wheel to loose traction is possible, loose material, sand, oil, etc. It is simple common sense.
This isn't rocket surgery, the physical part of riding a motorcycle is the simple part. Different people have different techniques and styles. What makes a good rider is what goes on above the handlebars in his, or her, head. You can't see that so you really don't know. A rider may look cool and look like they are doing all the right things but if they aren't using effective observational skills, if they are prone to taking risks and making bad decisions, they are no better off and more dangerous on the road than a brand new rider.
#220
08-18-2013 | 04:00 PM
Club Member
Yeah, I know. I like to point out the fact that they drive on the wrong side whenever I can.